Make a magical, romantic discovery when you check into Kinsterna Hotel, located in the historic medieval castle town of Monemvasia.

Every so often travelers are lucky enough to stumble upon a true hidden gem; a place that takes one’s breath away during dreamy vacation days; a destination that becomes so difficult to accurately describe that guests might wonder if their time there was just that… a dream. The castle city of Monemvasia in the southern Peloponnese is, in itself, a magical place to experience, and the Kinsterna Hotel is nothing short of a modern miracle.

The original structure of the building that now houses this exquisite boutique hotel was once a rural mansion in the Byzantine era. Surrounded by ruins, gardens, and startling sea views, the Kinsterna Hotel was named after the ancient cistern that now serves as the central point of the hotel. Fittingly so, in fact, since the Byzantine word for “cistern” is Kinsterna.

So wander through historic streets, speak to locals, and soak in the magic and mystery of a hotel that is home to 27 rooms and suites, a gourmet restaurant, and relaxing Spa. Sigh.